Shadows Of A Forgotten Spring Novel

Chapter 141 Annie did not sleep much that night , She had many thoughts rufinting in her mind .

Sleep was a luxury she could not afford , not when she had no idea what was going on inside the hospital So she lay on her bed , staring at the ceiling while her heart pounded with frustration and determination .

Going back without answers wasnt an option Annie dragged herself up at the crack of dawn .

Her exhaustion was written in dark circles around her eyes , but she refused to let it stop her .

She grabbed her bag , tugged a face cap low over her head to hide her face , and left the hotel .

The cool morning air on her skin as she hailed a taxi did little to make her feel at ease .

As the vehicle pulled up in front of the hospital , Annie took a deep breath , her heart racing .

Alexander was her life , her future , and she wasnt going to let anyone push her out of it .

She removed the face cap , got out of the taxi , straightened herself up , and her heels clicked confidently on the pavement .

Paparazzi , like vultures , circled around her , flashing their cameras and asking question after question .

She just ignored them and walked through the front doors of the hospital with her face composed .

Inside , whispers and glances flies around as she walked through the reception .

Annie ignored it all and headed straight to the VIP Emergency ward .

The guards stood at attention in front of the ward entrance .

Maam , youre not authorized to enter this area .

One of them said politely but firmly .

Annies eyes flashed ; she was getting angry .

Authorized ? she repeated , her tone acidic .

Do you even know who I am ? The maam , but those are Mr.

Kevins orders .

Nobody gets past this point guard did not budge ; he was as firm as she .

I : without clearance .

She fought her way in , screaming at the top of her voice .

ΑΛΑΔΑ Her shrill , venomous tone pierced through the walls , demanding answers .

I need to see him now ! she screamed , heels clicking aggressively against the tiled floor .

You have no right to keep me away ! I deserve to know whats happening ! Alexanders jaw clenched as he stood in the doorway .

He exchanged a glance with Kevin , who looked so alarmed and irritated at the same time .

Kevin stepped forward , ready to stop Annie , but Alexander raised a hand to stop him .

Ill handle this , he said coldly , his voice devoid of emotion .

Alexander left the operating theatre with a determined stride , his face lined with tiredness .

His eyes fell on Annie , who was standing in the corridor , surrounded by hospital personnel trying to stop her .

The fire in her eyes melted into calculated sweetness as her gaze landed on him .

Alexander , she called softly , her voice trembling with fake concern as tears began to formed in her eyes .

I was worried all night .

I couldnt sleep , so I flew in first thing this morning .

She laid her hand on her stomach , deliberately calling his attention to her pregnancy .

7 Alexanders jaw clenched .

Frustration flickered for a moment in his eyes as he felt cornered .

Without a word , he gestured for Annie to follow him .

He didnt want to stick around for the audience that was beginning to build .

He marched toward his office , his mind seething with annoyance .

You shouldnt have come , Annie , Alexander said coldly the moment the door closed .

His voice was cold and detached , his eyes fixed on the floor as he paced the room .

I believe Kevin told you Im busy .

Annies eyes went wide and behind her eyes for just one swift passing moment flashed the genuine look of shock .

17:59 Tue , Jan 7 13 DD Chapter 141 What do you meat I shouldnt have come ? her voice trembled is she shouted , Knowing my condition , how could you risk your life for a total stranger ? Alexander froze mid stride , his piercing eyes locking onto hers Emma is no stranger to me , he snapped , anger lacing his tone .

Nor to you .

The venom in his voice made Annie shrink back ; for a moment , her confidence faltered .

This wasnt the Alexander she was used to , the man who always kept himself away from Emma in her since yesterday when he had risked his life to save Emma from , esence .

But everything had changed for the worse the skyscraper .

Annies voice gentled then , another waye of tears streaming down her face .

But were having a baby , Alexander .

Dont you see that ? I dont want to raise our child alone , she wept , clutching her stomach as if to remind him of the life they were supposed to share .

Alexander did not bat an eye , but he was definitely losing his patience .

Her constant tears , her unending demands- it was overwhelming .

I came back alive , didnt I ? That is all that truly matters , he replied shortly , dismissing her appeal for emotion .

Before Annie could say more , a knock at the door was followed by Kevins boicy , whose face reflected concern and urgency .

informing Alexander that everything was ready for surgery and they were waiting for him .

I will be there shortly , Alexander replied with firmness in his voice .

Alexander started walking towards the door when suddenly Annie sprang into action and tracks .

Her eyes wide with panic , confusion danced in her eyes as she spoke with caught his wrist firmly to stop him in his urgency : What surgery ? she asked , her voice quiv Emmas liver was destroyed in the explosion , Alexander said without hesitation .

Mine is a good match .

Im donating part of it .

Annies face twisted in disbelief , her voice rising in protest .

You cant be serious ! she exclaimed , shaking her head as if to dispel his words .

Youre risking yourself for her ? After everything she has done to you !? To us !? Alexanders face set in a determination .

I cannot just sit back ways , but Emma and I share something that binds us for life .

Watch her die , he said resolutely .

We may have parted Annies confusion mounted .

What are you talking about ? she demanded .

Alexanders jaw clenched , but he returned her stare .

Im talking about Emily and Ethan .

Theyre my children , Annie .

I wont stand by and let their mother die when I can save her .

The words hit Annie like a thunderbolt , and her grip on his wrist slackened .

Her lips trembled as the weight of his revelation sank in .

He knows .

Her mind spiraled , questions colliding in a chaotic storm .

When did he find out ? How did he find out ? Who told him ? Alexander didnt wait for her to process the shock .

Well talk later , he said curtly before turning and leaving the room .

But Annie barely registered his parting words .

Her mind was miles away , her heart drowning in the storm of her fear .

She stood frozen , with tears streaming down her face , as the realization rang in her brain .

She was getting dumped again , just like her father had dumped her five years ago .

Now it was Alexander .

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